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District hears solar proposals estimating $1.54–$2.29 million savings over 30 years

Dakota CUSD 201 Board of Education · November 19, 2024
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Summary

Superintendent-elect Jenny Keffer presented two solar options from Engie: a ground-mounted system projected to save $2.293 million over 30 years (offset ~75% energy) and a roof-mounted option projected to save $1.54 million (offset ~45%); the board requested further study and a second quote.

The board heard a staff presentation on Nov. 19 about potential solar installations that could reduce the district’s energy costs over decades.

Jenny Keffer summarized two proposals presented by Engie: a ground-mounted solar system estimated to offset about 75% of the district’s building energy consumption with projected savings of $2.293 million over 30 years, and a roof-mounted option to offset about 45% of consumption with projected savings of $1.54 million over 30 years. Craig Mathers also sent 18 months of electric bills to Eagle Point Solar for a competing quote. The board did not take action but asked staff to continue investigating the options and compare proposals.